Mining & Mineral Processing Plant Manager

A leading Kenyan industrial company is establishing a new Mining & Mineral Processing Division focused initially on the extraction and processing of limestone/lime-bearing minerals, gypsum and other industrial minerals.

We are seeking an experienced, technically competent and hands-on Mining & Mineral Processing Plant Manager to establish and manage our mining and processing operations in Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day mining, quarrying and mineral processing operations.
• Plan extraction, excavation, loading, hauling, crushing, screening, grinding and stockpiling activities.
• Manage and maintain heavy equipment including excavators, loaders, crushers, screens, conveyors and related machinery.
• Supervise plant operators, technicians, mechanics and mining personnel.
• Establish production targets, maintenance schedules and operational KPIs.
• Monitor production volumes, mineral recovery, product quality and cost per tonne.
• Assess mixed mineral deposits and recommend appropriate methods for mineral separation, beneficiation and upgrading.
• Work with laboratories and technical teams to understand the chemical and physical composition of mined materials.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate mining, health & safety and environmental requirements in Kenya.
• Develop an efficient, disciplined and safety-focused mining operation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Mining Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology or a related technical field.
• Preferably 710+ years' practical experience in mining, quarrying or mineral processing.
• Experience in limestone, lime, gypsum, calcium carbonate, cement, aggregates or industrial minerals will be a significant advantage.
• Strong knowledge of mining and earthmoving machinery, crushing and mineral processing equipment.
• Experience managing operational teams and maintenance personnel.
• Knowledge of mineral beneficiation or separation processes would be highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of production planning, equipment maintenance, safety and cost control.
• Previous experience establishing or commissioning a new quarry, mine or processing operation would be an advantage.

Candidate Profile

We are particularly interested in a hands-on technical manager who is comfortable working at the mine and plant, understands machinery and mineral processing, can lead a sizeable workforce, and has the ability to develop a new mining operation from the ground up. The successful candidate must be willing to be site-based and work at mining locations in different parts of Kenya.